SUSTAINABILITY At HKUST our research aims to help create socially, environmentally and economically sustainable cities. Modern cities have become increasingly complex in design and interacting systems require special solutions given how quickly change occurs. We approach this through various avenues that marry technology, social sciences, public policy, and the initiatives that allow for change to be implemented. Develop a sense of responsibility for the environment and a strong commitment to sustainable development in our community. Think sustainable in our education, be sensitive to our environment, and contribute to a high quality of life. WE CONTRIBUTE WE FOSTER GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP Smart Cities Our Great Smart Cities Institute is a university-based platform that develops research capabilities, nurtures talent, and facilitates policy formulation to spearhead smart city development in Hong Kong and globally, leading to tremendous opportunities for collaboration with industry partners on research and technology transfer. Health We aim to address global health needs through technology and innovation for the betterment of all citizens of the world. Frontier research projects conducted across our laboratories include Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, autism, global pandemics, and other complex health issues facing mankind today. Net-Zero Carbon Our Sustainability/Net-Zero Office is implementing a bold strategy called the 2028 Sustainability Challenge which sets to cut the campus’ energy consumption by 15%, reduce waste to the landfill by 75%, and limit water consumption to less than 500,000 cubic meters. It is also building a roadmap for the University to meet the goal of becoming a net-zero carbon campus before 2050.
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